Conference Session

New Directions for ET

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Huma Shoaib, Purdue University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

of completingassignments and homework. Passive learners had characteristics of viewing coursecontent, but they expressed limited participation on course forum and assignmentcompletion. Community contributors also actively participated in course, but theirinterest was more inclined towards forum discussions.Chang (2015) focused on student learning styles. They found out that students who wereless interested in using technology were afraid of learning in technology environmentsand were at risk of discontinuing their involvement in the course. They named thesestudents low reflective learners and suggested to engage these students in group activitiesto enhance their participation in the course.The second emergent theme was factors which affect

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session 2

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Scott Walbridge P.E., University of Waterloo; Rania Al-Hammoud P.Eng., University of Waterloo

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Diversity

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Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering

observations of the instructor in class and the reflection reportswritten by the students that the Arch E students were working in teams more effectively than thestudents in the other programs. As reported in their reflection reports, the Arch E already knewhow to work well together and resolve conflicts, as they have been doing this since Day 1 withtheir studio course and the Arch E Design Days event they all undertake in the first week of class(Mui et al., 2019). Teamwork being one of the twelve outcomes that need to be addressed foraccreditation of an engineering program according to the Canadian engineering accreditationboard (CEAB, 2018), it is important to identify that this outcome is being addressed in theprogram. As the first years of all

Conference Session

Lessons Learned about Faculty Development!

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Elise A. Frickey, Iowa State University; Diane T. Rover, Iowa State University; Joseph Zambreno, Iowa State University; Ashfaq A Khokhar, Iowa State University; Douglas W. Jacobson, Iowa State University; Lisa M. Larson Ph.D., Iowa State University; Mack Shelley, Iowa State University of Science and Technology

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Diversity

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Faculty Development Division

material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the NSF. References[1] M. F. Fox, “Women and men faculty in academic science and engineering: Social- organizational indicators and implications,” American Behavioral Scientist, vol. 53, no. 7, pp. 997–101, 2010.[2] M. Sabharwal and E. A. Corley, "Faculty job satisfaction across gender and discipline," The Social Science Journal vol. 46, no. 3, pp. 539-556, September, 2009.[3] Bureau of Labor Statistics, U. S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Postsecondary Teachers, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and- library/postsecondary-teachers.htm

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Experimentation and Laboratory-oriented Studies Division Technical Session 4

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Esteban Maya Muñoz, Universidad del Valle; Ronald Sterkenburg, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Jairo Antonio Valdes Ortiz, Universidad del Valle; Guillermo Andrés Jaramillo Pizarro P.E., Universidad del Valle

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Diversity

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

-indonesia-shares-experiences/article_a141ee08-66de-11e9-a6a0-5b654463377e.html[4] Thomas, D. Six Weeks in Kathmandu: Reflections of a Fulbright Specialist.https://amte.net/connections/2017/09/six-weeks-kathmandu-reflections-fulbright-specialist[5] F. Ortega, A. Leyton, F. Casanova. Design And Evaluation Of A Rail Made Of Carbon FiberReinforced Material For An External Fixation System, Dyna rev.fac.nac.minas vol.79 no.174.Medellín July/Aug. 2012.[6] A. F. Carrera. Desarrollo de un dispositivo de fijación externa para transporte yalargamiento óseo. School of Mechanical Engineering - College of Engineering.Universidad del Valle, Cali - Colombia 2016.[7] J. F. García. Desarrollo de un sistema de fijación externa en materiales compuestospara transporte

Conference Session

Green Energy Manufacturing and Sustainable Energy Management

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Jung-Uk Lim, Liberty University; Kyung K. Bae, Liberty University; Hector E. Medina, Liberty University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation, Manufacturing

the The generator rotor needs to rotate to Turns Generator rotating blades will be transferred to convert mechanical energy into Rotor the generator by the gears. electrical energy. O.1.4 Generate The spinning turbine powers a robust The VAWT needs to have a practical Electricity generator, generating electricity for a use, and this reflects the primary useful purpose. purpose of the system. O.1.5 Light Emits The turbine will use the generated The generated electricity needs to be Through Bulb electricity to power a

Conference Session

Instrumentation Division Technical Session 1

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Bradley Lane Kicklighter P.E., University of Southern Indiana

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Diversity

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Instrumentation

Proximity SensorThe AutomationDirect CK2-CP-1H capacitive proximity sensor [8] has an 8 mm sensingdistance and consumes 530 mW (see Figure 5).Figure 5: Capacitive Proximity Sensor (AutomationDirect)A capacitive proximity sensor senses metals and non-metals [7]. This sensor has a normallyclosed output, so the output is off when it senses metal. Thus, the sensor output will be on whenthe hole in the disk is in line with the sensor.5.2.3 Photoelectric Retroreflective SensorThe AutomationDirect FBP-DP-0E retroreflective sensor [9] has a 2.5 m sensing distance andconsumes 480 mW (see Figure 6).Figure 6: Retroreflective Sensor and Retroreflector (AutomationDirect)A retroreflective sensor emits light that is reflected back to it by a retroreflector [7

Conference Session

NSF Grantees: Identity

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Amy Kramer P.E., Ohio State University; Emily Dringenberg, Ohio State University; Rachel Louis Kajfez, Ohio State University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

think they are smart enough to be an engineer or not). To help the research teamnavigate this complex issue during the interviews, we added several follow-up questions to theinterview protocol (e.g., Earlier you said you believe “xxx” about your own smartness and “xxx’about you as an engineer (or engineering students); how are these two things related?).Furthermore, it seemed difficult for some of the participants to reflect upon and articulate howthey identify with engineering since as first-year students, they may in the very earliest stages oftheir engineering identity development. Further, some of the participants had yet to pick anengineering discipline, which is related to engineering identity. Therefore, we also added severalfollow-up

Conference Session

Teaching Methods for Engineering Mechanics Courses

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rania Al-Hammoud P.Eng., University of Waterloo; Kamyar Ghavam, University of Waterloo

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Mechanics

GamesAbstract:Students being engaged in lectures plays a big role in their learning process. Students come tolectures sometimes tired, bored, or just have lots of things going on in their mind, either personal,or course/program related, etc. As such it is important to set their mind clear to be ready to digestthe new material they are going to learn in the course. It is also important to excite them enoughto come to early morning classes and keep their attention to stay in the late afternoon classeswhile staying focused.This paper discusses the use of different methods to increase engagement, attention andattendance in class and the students’ reflection on these methods. Some of these engagementpieces are directly course related and some are just general

Conference Session

Maker Communities and Authentic Problem Solving

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Scott Sheppard Jr., Arizona State University; Shawn S. Jordan, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus; Micah Lande, Arizona State University; Ann F. McKenna, Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus

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Educational Research and Methods

progress (WIP) paperprovides an overview of our study that explores how elements of Making have been integratedinto specific engineering courses to emphasize real-world context, and increase studentengagement.We utilized a case study approach of three engineering courses at Arizona State University.These courses were selected to reflect three distinct required subject areas that fall within themezzanine, which designates the middle sophomore and junior years. Our case study approachincludes data collection through faculty interviews, observations, and course related documents.Preliminary analysis of the interview data reveals that faculty members utilize Makingapproaches in a variety of ways. Evidence of Making in the engineering curricula

Conference Session

Cognitive Engagement

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nathaniel Hunsu, University of Georgia; Olusola Adesope, Washington State University; Bernard J. Van Wie, Washington State University; Negar Beheshti Pour, Washington State University

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Educational Research and Methods

based on DLMs in their classrooms in the same spring semester of 2016. DLMswere used to teach selected heat transfer concepts at each school. Instruction time in both classeslasted for 50 minutes per class period.MaterialsOnline Survey. Participants responded to online survey statements using a 7-point Likert scale (1= not at all true of me, 7 = very true of me) self-report of how the intervention has influencedthem. Situational interest was assessed using a situational interest survey adapted from earlierinstruments [17, 18] to reflect the learning activity. Triggered situational interests sub-scalescomprised 4 items respectively, while two forms of maintained (feeling-based and Value-based)situational interests maintained sub-scales comprised

Conference Session

Connecting BME education to the "real world"

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tanya M. Nocera, The Ohio State University, Department of Biomedical Engineering; Alexis Ortiz-Rosario, The Ohio State University; Amena Shermadou, Ohio State University; David A. Delaine, The Ohio State University

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Biomedical Engineering

Education. His research laboratory aims to support an inclu- sive, global pipeline of STEM talent and to unify the needs of the engineering education stakeholders in order for engineering education to more accurately reflect societal needs. Diversity and inclusion, univer- sity/community engagement, informal learning, action research, and student led initiatives fall within the scope of his academic endeavors. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 How Do Biomedical Engineering Graduates Differ from Other Engineers? Bridging the Gap between Biomedical Engineering and Industry: A Case StudyIntroductionBiomedical Engineering (BME) is a relatively

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Technical Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hadil Mustafa, California State University, Chico; Shelby Ann Freese

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering

E F 0 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 4: Outreach impact on areas A-F in scale 0-5 ("0" no impact, "5" significant positive impact)In addition to the personal assessment portion, the survey contained a free response section. Inthis section, students were asked to reflect on their view of the importance of the outreach event,in correlation to self-development, society, and education.I: Outreach and Personal SkillsStudents indicated that outreach helped them develop and enhance their communication skills,public speaking skills, self-confidence, teamwork and leadership skills. The majority of therespondents mentioned communication as one of the most developed skills. “Public

Conference Session

Green and Sustainable Manufacturing Practices

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arif Sirinterlikci, Robert Morris University; Maria V. Kalevitch, Robert Morris University

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Manufacturing

additionalstudents to these certificate programs. However, some of the participants may want to onlycomplete a single course or two based on their plans. A macro-badge assigned to an individualcourse will reflect one of the four levels of competence starting at the lowest passing level ofAdequate Performance (AP) followed by Proficient (P), Mastery - Excellent (ME1), and Mastery– Exceptional (ME2) along with a letter grade.The paper concludes with an assessment discussion, also including how accreditation bodiessuch as ABET, ATMAE or Middle States should and could see this type of credential assignmentefforts.IntroductionEven though it was an exciting concept a few years ago with the possibility of offering analternative to traditional methods, the badge

Conference Session

Graduate Recruitment and Retention

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anahita Zarei, University of the Pacific; Rick Hutley, University of the Pacific

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Graduate Studies

years p-value 0.442necessarily translated to a higher GPA. The Data Science program comprises a diverse set ofcourses some of which include mastery of soft skills such as project presentation and storytelling.Many students who had longer gap years were indeed seasoned professionals in their respectivefields and thus had the opportunity to master such skills. Therefore, they performed very well oncourses that assessed these skills, which improved their overall GPA.Data ClusteringWe applied fuzzy c-means (FCM) [2] clustering to identify “similar” groups of students based onincoming GPA, level of math competency, and their success in the program as reflected by theirprogram GPA. The purpose of

Conference Session

Computing Technology Applications-II

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura Kay Dillon, Michigan State University; Michelle Slattery, Peak Research

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Diversity

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Computing and Information Technology

in item wording,such as the addition of a neutral response option.6 A Retrospective Pre-Post Test (RPT)methodology [19] was used on six items to reduce rater bias and to increase evaluationefficiency for the classroom. Surveys asked participants to provide ratings of agreement pre-and-post taking the CTL course on statements related to their interest in a career in computerscience, plans to major in computer science, plans to earn a degree in computer science, andfeelings of belonging in both Intro CS and the CTL. Students in the CTL were also asked toprovide ratings of expertise in computer science both pre-and-post CTL. As all wereconcurrently taking Intro CS, ratings on these surveys reflect impact of the combination of IntroCS with the

Conference Session

Creating Equity Through Structure and Pedagogy

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Raja S. Kushalnagar, Gallaudet University; Gary W Behm, Rochester Institute of Technology (CET)

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ASEE Diversity Committee, Diversity

BS level program of choice. Of course, theseare reflected in their ACT scores and/or placement scores. Using academic support in the formof direct sign or simultaneous-communication (voice and sign) instruction during their first yearin math, English and some technical courses, students are offered a nurturing and supportiveenvironment where they can catch up and even excel in their studies. After they attain anacademic level on par with hearing peers, which takes approximately one year, then instructionshifts to traditional voice only instruction with the support of interpreters or captioners and notetakers in the classroom, as well as a team of support faculty with a variety of communicationmodes.X has an articulation agreement with the BS

Conference Session

Design in the BME curriculum

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kay C. Dee, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Patricia Brackin P.E., Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Anneliese Watt, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Alan Chiu, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Glen A. Livesay, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Jay Patrick McCormack, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Renee D. Rogge, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Richard A. House, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Diversity

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Biomedical Engineering

persuasive argument under pressure, and was a useful skillboth while in college and after graduation. Rubric for Assessing E-Learning Module Outcomes Module: The elevator pitch: advocating for your good ideas Assess each student’s level of attainment of the selected outcomes. Use the following rating: 1. Poor: Shows little or no progress in achieving the outcome 2. Below Average 3. Average: Shows evidence of progress in achieving outcome that reflects a merely acceptable level of mastery. 4. Above Average 5. Outstanding: Shows evidence of progress in achieving outcomes that reflects superior mastery. Student ID Made an Provided a non- Clearly stated a Provided a clear argument for technical

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lesley M. Berhan, University of Toledo; Revathy Kumar, University of Toledo; Marjory A. Goodloe, University of Toledo; Jimmie Jones, University of Toledo; Aaron Lee Adams, Alabama A&M University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

interviews. We discussed the emerging themes,compared them to the a priori codes. We arrived at a consensus regarding the thematic categories(e.g., awareness of prejudice and discrimination, collective experience of prejudice anddiscrimination, personal experience of prejudice and discrimination, sense of belonging to theinstitution, sense of professional belonging) through dialogue and discussion. To the extentpossible, we attempted to describe what the participants were stating without inserting ourinterpretations. This enabled us to objectively organize the data and create codes that wedetermined authentically reflected participants expressed experiences.ResultsResults reported here are preliminary as we are still in the data collection phase of

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan Metz, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science); Tania Jarosewich, Censeo Group ; Susan Staffin Metz, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science)

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

More Axes persistence in sketching. Workbook pages with 9) Reflection and Symmetry sketching exercises are also available as pdf files 10) Cross-Sections of Solids for students who do not have an iPad.IV. Implementing Curriculum at Participating InstitutionsThe study examined the extent to which the online course format accommodated complexstudent schedules and decreased the level of institutional resources needed to implement thecourse. Along with an analysis of course implementation, the study also monitored outcomesand assessed whether an exclusive on-line format would yielded the results observed with face-to-face or hybrid course delivery.From the fall 2014 semester to the fall 2017 semester, four community

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Philip J. Parker P.E., University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Michael R. Penn P.E., University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Defne S. Apul, University of Toledo; Margaret E. Garcia, Arizona State University; Jagadish Torlapati; Lashun King Thomas

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Environmental Engineering

Green InfrastructureThe lesson outcomes for the Green Infrastructure lesson are: 1. Explain the motivation for green infrastructure 2. Suggest candidate green infrastructure to integrate into a new or existing site 3. Design a green infrastructure plan using EPA National Stormwater Calculator 4. Reflect on how green infrastructure can affect quality of lifePre-class activities require students to watch a screencast developed by the lesson authors, towatch a background video on the benefits of green infrastructure, and to familiarize themselveswith the National Stormwater Calculator. This software program, developed by the US EPA, hasthe following purpose [3]: The National Stormwater Calculator is a simple

Conference Session

Program Evaluation Studies

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sara Boukdad, Bowman Creek Educational Ecosystem; Amy Blue Cuevas, Bowman Creek Educational Ecosystem; Marty Kennedy, Bowman Creek Educational Ecosystem

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Pre-College Engineering Education

this data is preliminary, it gives context to the reader on the success of the program. I look forward to hearing more about this program in the conference setting. ● A reviewer commented on the rewrite ​-done ● Framed as a work in progress, the limited evidence is acceptable. The future development of the academy will be of interest, though division members would be interested in survey response data, examples of participant work, and reflective commentary on the success and challenges of the camp. ● A reviewer commented on the rewrite ​-done ● Please check the Author’s guide for correct formatting. Recommend survey data be presented in a table in the Outcomes Section

Conference Session

ChemE Curriculum: Freshman and Sophomore

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Katherine Rae Tanner, Ohio State University; Rachel Louis Kajfez, Ohio State University; Krista M Kecskemety, Ohio State University

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Chemical Engineering

chemical engineers is polymers. I think it would be interesting to design and work with different polymers in product design.”The student above demonstrates the trends in the responses that reflect a shift from a general ideaof what engineers could do to a specific idea. The responses have a trend of growing moreconcrete over the course of the surveys. A possible reason for this increase could be similar towhy the number of students mentioning options decreases. If students pay more attention to thedetails of their careers and begin to narrow down what they want to do, it is possible that theywould then have a better understanding and increased ability to discuss the specifics of their job.As students narrow down their interest in their

Conference Session

Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Margot A. Vigeant, Bucknell University; Michael J. Prince, Bucknell University; Katharyn E. K. Nottis, Bucknell University; Amy Frances Golightly, Bucknell University

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Diversity

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

has previously used this instrument to assess andcompare motivation and curiosity among students in a set of elective courses [6].The study was deemed “exempt” by the IRB, and student participation was voluntary. Thefaculty member directing the study invited students to participate; names of participatingstudents were not disclosed to instructors. Aggregate student response to surveys was notdisclosed until after the end of the course and grades had been finalized. Three times throughoutthe semester – within approximately two weeks of the start, end, and middle – students were sentan email with a link to the SIMS/Curiosity survey and asked to complete it while reflecting onthe most recent instance of their course. At the end of the semester

Conference Session

COED: Autograding and Autoadvising

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen W. Crown, University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley; Constantine Tarawneh, University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley; Jazmín Ley, University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley

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Computers in Education

assumptions tosimplify problems, choose equations and solution methods, break complex problems down intocomponent parts, link component parts together to form solutions for complex engineeringsystems, and reflect on the results of the analysis and associated design they learn engineering.Throughout this learning process, formative assessment and feedback effectively guides studentstoward mastery of learning objectives [1], [2]. The engineering instructor learns to identifyproblems that will provide students with the necessary skills to be successful in their course.For years, chapter-end problems and solution manuals have provided instructors a helpful tool forassigning and assessing students work as part of this learning process. Over time, students

Conference Session

COED Modulus Topics

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew A. Verleger Ph.D. (He/His/Him), Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Computers in Education

• computer searches of databases such as PubMedJournal management platform ScholarOne includes their “Reviewer Locator” [7] to offer upnames, but the underlying process for how those names are identified is unknown. This system isused by ASEE’s Journal of Engineering Education (JEE). Lisa Benson [8], current editor ofJEE, offers the following guidance for Associate Editors (AEs): In general, reviewers should be chosen to reflect the broad, growing, global field of engineering education, including content domain experts and experts in education and the learning sciences. Also, well-qualified graduate students may be invited to review manuscripts. Consider choosing reviewers for their expertise in the methodology used by

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Poster Session

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Devin R. Berg, University of Wisconsin, Stout; Matthew Wigdahl, Oaklawn Elementary School; Charis Dawn Collins, Oaklawn Elementary School

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First-Year Programs

that we were onlymoderately successful in constructing a meaningful and purposeful design experience. While theK12 instructor has been using a project framework such as this for many years, this was the firstattempt at guiding students through a process aligned more closely with an engineering designproject and with the purpose of designing something meaningful and useful.With the next iteration of this project, we are attempting to enhance the project with two additionsto the framework for the K12 students: 1. Students will now reflect on their project weekly, in the form of a written blog posts. The goal is to encourage the students to have better focus in their planning and prototyping by providing time to think 6 . It is

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Oenardi Lawanto, Utah State University; Andreas Febrian, Utah State University - Engineering Education

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

suggested by Black [8, p.28], “engineering schools need tohave a clear mission focus that reflects the needs of their industrial customers and their placeamong all engineering schools.” Having a better understanding of student SRL activities willhelp engineering educators to design and implement teaching interventions that promote studentmetacognitive awareness. i) Phase 1: Quantitative Study – Breadth View (Completed) The objectives of this phase were to: (1) validate the SRL survey instrument; and (2)study self-regulation in a large-scale administration. During Phase 1, the researcher gathered datafrom 307 seniors from several engineering colleges to validate an adapted SRL surveyinstrument called Engineering Design Metacognitive

Conference Session

Pre-college Engineering Education Division Poster Session

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brett Doudican, University of Dayton; Margaret Pinnell, University of Dayton; Brian Lawrence LaDuca, University of Dayton

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

outcome in their challenge or original ideas.In the context of the curriculum development, the ACTlab facilitated for the NSF-RET teacherparticipants was used to provide the teachers with the opportunity to critically reflect on theirideas of what is and what could be done in their classrooms and in the curriculum they were todevelop. As part of this process, the teachers were asked to identify their perspectives on avariety of topics such as: My classroom is structured or fluid; Silence in my class is good or notgood; The most effective and valuable learning happens in or out of the classroom. Additionally,as part of this process the teachers participated in a challenge sharing exercise. In this exercisethe teachers identified three challenges

Conference Session

Division Experimentation and Lab-Oriented Studies - Pedagogy of Lab Courses

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arash Mahboobin, University of Pittsburgh; Renee M. Clark, University of Pittsburgh

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

in becomingprofessionally competent writers; such an approach often prompts for writing in draft stages andresponds to or intervenes with each draft as required, demonstrating to students that writingshould take place over time, in part to gain better control over the process (Fulwiler, 1987b;Bean, 2011).As a second example of the alignment of our approach with that of others, the teaching of higher-level writing skills, including synthesis and argumentation, in one upper-level biomedicalengineering course was done using an interactive coaching approach. One of the main lessonslearned was that writing must be assigned with sufficient time for students to receive feedback,reflect, and revise (Yalvac et al., 2007). Thus, feedback must be well

Conference Session

Pre-college: Blending Computers, Computational Thinking, and Engineering Education

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hoda Ehsan, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering); Monica E. Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

. Computational thinking in out-of-school environmentsFamilies can play an important role in children’s learning experiences, because children spendmost of their time in out-of-school environments (Stevens & Bransford, 2007). Theseenvironments include everyday settings like family activities or in designed spaces like museumsand science centers. Children are engaged in different activities with their families that mayprovide them a wealth of learning opportunities. Through these learning opportunities, childrendeeply engage in learning while interacting with family members (and others), build on theirprior knowledge and interest, develop stronger thinking, and finally reflect on their learningexperiences through sensemaking conversations with their